Duleep Trophy: Ishan Kishan marks First-Class comeback with explosive hundred | Cricket News
Kishan’s efforts rescued India C after Rajat Patidar and B Sai Sudharsan were dismissed quickly, leaving the team at 97 for two.
The 26-year-old was originally part of the India D squad but missed the first round of the tournament due to a groin injury. Sanju Samson replaced him in India D, leading to Kishan’s inclusion in India C.
During the match, captain Ruturaj Gaikwad left the field with an ankle niggle after facing two balls. However, he later returned to contribute an unbeaten 46 runs. Manav Suthar remained not out at the close of play, too.
Baba Indrajith also played a significant role, adding 78 runs and partnering with Kishan for a 189-run third-wicket stand. Indrajith survived a scare when he was called back to the crease after being dismissed because the bowler had overstepped.
Kishan played efficiently, adjusting his technique to handle the early movement and managing to score several boundaries. His inning included hitting pacer Mukesh Kumar for two sixes and another six over mid-wicket.
Mukesh Kumar took three wickets, including Kishan’s, but his innings had already solidified India C’s strong position. After Kishan’s dismissal, Gaikwad returned and added quick runs, putting further pressure on India B.
Brief score: India C: 357/5 in 79 overs (Ishan Kishan 111, Baba Indrajith 78, Ruturaj Gaikwad 46 batting; Mukesh Kumar 3/76) vs India B.
